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Melksham to Penrith Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Melksham to Penrith? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €69.68, with average prices for this route around €69.68. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
13:40 6 hours 4 minutes, Changes required Melksham	19:44 Penrith	Find Tickets
14:34 7 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Melksham	21:36 Penrith	Find Tickets
15:40 6 hours 20 minutes, Changes required Melksham	22:00 Penrith	Find Tickets
18:00 12 hours 28 minutes, Changes required Melksham	06:28 +1 Penrith	Find Tickets
18:53 12 hours 45 minutes, Changes required Melksham	07:38 +1 Penrith	Find Tickets
19:09 13 hours 46 minutes, Changes required Melksham	08:55 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Melksham to Penrith Train Route Details

First train

07:21

Last train

22:56

Departure station

Melksham

Arrival station

Penrith

Journey time

5 hours 36 minutes

Distance

368 km

Price

€69.68*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Melksham to Penrith

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Melksham to Penrith can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Melksham to Penrith, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Melksham to Penrith ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Melksham to Penrith more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Melksham to Penrith train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Melksham to Penrith Train prices and times

Melksham to Penrith Train Route Details